Getting
into New York's Top Museums -- For Free
The number, quality and
diversity of New York's museums have
contributed to the city's stature as one
of the world's greatest cultural
capitals. But the cost of soaking in all
that culture can be rather pricey, since
admission prices are now often $20 dollars per person. Fortunately, New
York veterans know better than to pay
"retail" for a visit to New
York's top museums.
Museums With Free
Afternoons or Evenings
Many museums set aside a
period during the week when the regular
admission price is waived. The following
is an alphabetical listing of some of the
museums that offer free admission to
those who time their visits just right.
(Click on the name of the museum for more
details regarding location and a brief
description of what the museum offers.)
Museums That Are
Free All the Time
Some museums don't just have
free afternoons or evenings -- they are
free all the time. The following is a
list of great museums that do not charge
an admission fee. (Click on the name of
each museum for hours and a brief
description of the museum's exhibits.)
Suggested Admission:
To Pay or Not to Pay?
A number of museums do not
have a defined admission price. Instead,
they recommend that visitors make a
contribution, usually suggesting a
specific amount. Do you have to pay the
recommended amount to get in? In a word,
no, although most people do. While we do
not advocate that everyone ignore the
suggested admission fee, it is O.K. to
pass on paying if your financial
circumstances require it. You may get a
funny look from the guards if you don't
pay (especially if you don't make any
contribution at all or if you are wearing
a Rolex), but just promise yourself that
you will pay double the amount some day
when you can afford it.
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